Has Russia outlasted Ukraine in the War of Attrition as the United States' aid dries up? Will Venezuela invade Guyana over the newly discovered oil reserves? West Africa's G-5 anti-Jihadist alliance crumbles & yet another mass shooting rocks a University in the United States. Mohammed Saleh gets you an in-depth report of the world's biggest warzones of the week in World At War.

Has Russia outlasted Ukraine in the War of Attrition as US aid dries up?

A suspected drone attack has rocked Russian energy giant Novatek, forcing a temporary halt to operations at its UST-Luga processing complex and Baltic sea terminal. This incident, coupled with escalating tensions in the region, is sending shockwaves through global energy markets.

Novatek's UST-Luga operations disrupted by suspected drone attack

In Davos, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky is once again there in making a passionate speech and a plea to leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos. He urged the panel not to allow Russia's war in Ukraine to become "Frozen."

Russia-Ukraine war | Zelensky presses allies to help Ukraine

Reports have surfaced of a secret meeting last month between Ukraine and its groups of seven allies as well as a small group of global South countries to try to drum up support for Kyiv's conditions for holding peace talks with Russia. Our sources tell us that the previously undisclosed December 16th meeting of National Security advisers was held in Saudi Arabia. Watch to know more.

Russia-Ukraine war | US allies hold secret meeting with Ukraine

In times of war, men end up getting all the glory. But in Ukraine, women are rewriting the rules. Ukrainian female snipers are fighting for their country on the frontlines.

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What is the future of the Russia-Ukraine war in 2024? The Kremlin is unwilling to relent, Ukrainian forces too will not retreat. Has it become a forever war? Priyanka Sharma brings you a report.

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The Russia-Ukraine war has taken a turn for the worse as the year comes to an end. Ukraine carried out retaliatory strikes in Russia's Belgorod overnight after Russia's deadliest attack on the country. The Kremlin has issued a stern warning to Ukraine after 20 were killed and 55 injured in Belgorod. The Kremlin has also called a UNSC meeting over the recent attack.

Russia-Ukraine war | Moscow says attack will not go unpunished

The Russia-Ukraine war has taken a turn for the worse as the year comes to an end. Ukraine carried out retaliatory strikes in Russia's Belgorod overnight after Russia's deadliest attack on the country. The Kremlin has issued a stern warning to Ukraine after 20 were killed and 55 injured in Belgorod. The Kremlin has also called a UNSC meeting over the recent attack. To know more watch this interview with William Courtney, Adjunct Senior Fellow at Rand Global.

Russia-Ukraine war | Russia launches retaliatory attacks on Ukrainian cities

Russia-Ukraine war | Russia: At least 20 killed in the city of Belgorod

Russia-Ukraine war has taken a turn for the worse as the year comes to an end. Ukraine carried out retaliatory strikes in Russia's Belgorod overnight after Russia's deadliest attack on the country. Kremlin has issued a stern warning to Ukraine after 14 were killed and 55 injured in Belgorod. Kremlin has also called a UNSC meeting over the recent attack.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia accuses Kyiv of 'terrorist' attack on Belgorod civilians

There will be no fireworks in Moscow this New Year's Eve. The post-Soviet state has historically celebrated the occasion with much more Gusto than Christmas. Russia however is now opting to mute celebrations as it reels from the Financial strain brought on by the war in Ukraine.

New Year's Eve: No fireworks on Russia's biggest holiday

The Russia-Ukraine war has taken a turn for the worse as the year comes to an end. Ukraine carried out retaliatory strikes in Russia's Belgorod overnight after Russia's deadliest attack on the country. The Kremlin has issued a stern warning to Ukraine after 22 were killed and 55 injured in Belgorod. The Kremlin has also called a UNSC meeting over the recent attack.

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In its November 2023 monthly report, the Indian Navy's Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) emphasised the increasing peril of drone attacks in the Red Sea and Northern Arabian Sea. The report terms this trend as a "growing cause of concern for the commercial shipping and global trade transiting through the Indian Ocean region (IOR)."

The centre, located in Gurugram, observed five drone attacks in the first eleven months of this year, with three incidents specifically recorded in November.&nbsp;

All in all, it monitored five drone attacks in 2023 (from Jan 2023 to Nov 2023), four in 2022, and three in 2021. The numbers could go up, as December reported more drone attacks in the region.

Houthi rebels from Yemen are targeting vessels suspected of travelling to or from Israel, responding to Israeli actions in Gaza. The rising threat in the Red Sea has led major shipping companies to reroute vessels, choosing alternative paths to avoid the volatile region.

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The monthly report said, "These attacks on commercial shipping pose serious risks to the lives, cargo and may result in sinking of vessels, marine environment pollution, blockade of trade (if attacked near choke points) and most importantly will lead to increase of insurance rates thereby affecting the global economy."

The report listed attacks comprising a drone assault on the Liberian-flagged oil tanker CAMPO SQUARE in the northern Arabian Sea on February 10, a rotary unmanned aerial vehicle approaching a vessel within 10 metres 130 NM SW of Salalah, Oman, on March 1.

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In November, three instances occurred - a US Navy ship downing a drone in the Red Sea off Yemen on the 15th, a drone attack reported on the Malta-flagged container ship CMA CGM SYMI in the Arabian Sea on the 24th, and a US Navy ship shooting down a drone in the Bab el Mandeb strait off the coast of Yemen on the 29th.&nbsp;

The report pointed out that, "this kind of attack on commercial shipping raises maritime safety and security concerns amongst the seafarers transiting through the IOR."

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Giving another example, it said, last month, IFC-IOR assisted a vessel attacked mid-sea in the Arabian Sea by a drone. The drone hit the forecastle area, causing no major damage.

The vessel sought help from IFC-IOR through international links for debris inspection, with the Centre coordinating the response through national agencies.&nbsp;

The Centre advised&nbsp;seafarers to maintain vigilant visual and RADAR monitoring for potential air threats. Vessels are urged to increase speed, avoid presenting a vulnerable aspect, and report incidents to MARSEC Centres, including IFC-IOR, for assistance coordination.

Additionally, vessels should heed warnings from operational MARSEC Centres and broadcast messages on designated channels to alert nearby vessels and multinational forces.

The development comes amid this month's attack on two India-bound vessels, MV Chem Pluto and MV Sai Baba.

India vowed a strong response to the developments and has deployed its warships in the region, including INS Kochi and INS Kolkata.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in a statement in Mumbai stated, "Those who have carried out these attacks, we will find them from the depths of the seas, and strict action will be taken against them. India plays the role of Net Security Provider in the entire Indian Ocean Region."

PM Modi has also spoken about the situation in the Red Sea with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and emphasised the need for maintaining maritime security and the freedom&nbsp;of&nbsp;navigation.

In its November 2023 monthly report, the Indian Navy's Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) emphasised the increasing peril of drone attacks in the Red Sea and Northern Arabian Sea.

In its November 2023 monthly report, the Indian Navy's Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) emphasised the increasing peril of drone attacks in the Red Sea and Northern Arabian Sea. The report terms this trend as a "growing cause of concern for the commercial shipping and global trade transiting through the Indian Ocean region (IOR)." The centre, located in Gurugram, observed five drone attacks in the first eleven months of this year, with three incidents specifically recorded in November. All in all, it monitored five drone attacks in 2023 (from Jan 2023 to Nov 2023), four in 2022, and three in 2021. The numbers could go up, as December reported more drone attacks in the region. Houthi rebels from Yemen are targeting vessels suspected of travelling to or from Israel, responding to Israeli actions in Gaza. The rising threat in the Red Sea has led major shipping companies to reroute vessels, choosing alternative paths to avoid the volatile region. Also Read | Israel returns 80 bodies it took from morgues and graves in Gaza for 'examination' The monthly report said, "These attacks on commercial shipping pose serious risks to the lives, cargo and may result in sinking of vessels, marine environment pollution, blockade of trade (if attacked near choke points) and most importantly will lead to increase of insurance rates thereby affecting the global economy." The report listed attacks comprising a drone assault on the Liberian-flagged oil tanker CAMPO SQUARE in the northern Arabian Sea on February 10, a rotary unmanned aerial vehicle approaching a vessel within 10 metres 130 NM SW of Salalah, Oman, on March 1. Also Read | France plane row: Indian police forms teams to bust illegal immigration In November, three instances occurred - a US Navy ship downing a drone in the Red Sea off Yemen on the 15th, a drone attack reported on the Malta-flagged container ship CMA CGM SYMI in the Arabian Sea on the 24th, and a US Navy ship shooting down a drone in the Bab el Mandeb strait off the coast of Yemen on the 29th. The report pointed out that, "this kind of attack on commercial shipping raises maritime safety and security concerns amongst the seafarers transiting through the IOR." Watch | 9 soldiers injured rescuing elderly man wounded in Hezbollah strike on church × Giving another example, it said, last month, IFC-IOR assisted a vessel attacked mid-sea in the Arabian Sea by a drone. The drone hit the forecastle area, causing no major damage. The vessel sought help from IFC-IOR through international links for debris inspection, with the Centre coordinating the response through national agencies. The Centre advised seafarers to maintain vigilant visual and RADAR monitoring for potential air threats. Vessels are urged to increase speed, avoid presenting a vulnerable aspect, and report incidents to MARSEC Centres, including IFC-IOR, for assistance coordination. Additionally, vessels should heed warnings from operational MARSEC Centres and broadcast messages on designated channels to alert nearby vessels and multinational forces. The development comes amid this month's attack on two India-bound vessels, MV Chem Pluto and MV Sai Baba. India vowed a strong response to the developments and has deployed its warships in the region, including INS Kochi and INS Kolkata. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in a statement in Mumbai stated, "Those who have carried out these attacks, we will find them from the depths of the seas, and strict action will be taken against them. India plays the role of Net Security Provider in the entire Indian Ocean Region." PM Modi has also spoken about the situation in the Red Sea with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and emphasised the need for maintaining maritime security and the freedom of navigation.

Indian Navy centre's report highlights maritime security threat from drone attacks in Indian Ocean region

The Indian navy has highlighted the increasing peril of drone attacks in the Red Sea and northern Arabian Sea. Its November 2023 security report on the Indian Ocean on the threat comes amid this month's attack on two India-bound vessels M-V Chem Pluto and M-V Sai Baba. The report calls the trend a growing cause of concern for commercial shipping, and global trade transiting through the Indian Ocean region.

India warns seafarers of drone attacks urges to stay vigilant & monitor waters

Russia claims to have captured the Ukrainian town of Maryinka. Ukrainian forces deny Russian claims, adding that the fight for Maryinka continues. Ukraine has also accused New York Times reporters for working for the Kremlin.

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The US targeted three sides used by Iran-backed forces in Iraq on Monday after an attack wounded three American personal earlier in the day. Washington has repeatedly hit sites that were used by Iran and its proxy forces in Iraq as well as Syria in response to the attacks on US and Allied Forces.

US retaliates in Iraq after three US troops wounded in drone attack

India vowed on Tuesday (Dec 26) to find out who was behind the drone attack on merchant navy ships of its coast even if it makes it search "depths of seas". Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the government has taken the drone attack very seriously. He was speaking in Mumbai during the commission ceremony of an Indian Navy warship.

“The Indian government has taken the drone attack on MV Chem Pluto and attack on MV Saibaba in the Red Sea seriously. We will find those who executed the recent attacks on merchant navy ships even from the depths of the seas and take strict action against them,” Singh said.

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The defence minister said that India had stepped up patrolling of the seas following the attack. The Indian Navy is a regional power in the Indian Ocean region and has been involved in various operations providing security to trade convoys passing through the waterways in this part of the world.

"India plays the role of a net security provider in the entire Indian Ocean region. We will ensure that maritime trade in this region rises from the sea to the heights of the sky," Rajnath Singh said at the commissioning ceremony of another guided missile destroyer ship in Mumbai.

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<h2>The attack</h2>

On Saturday, cargo ship MV Chem Pluto was struck by a drone when it was about 217 nautical miles from the Indian port of Porbandar. The ship has 21 Indian crew members on board. Following the attack, the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Gurad have deployed number of assets to help the ship as well as to strengthen security of Indian waters.

MV Saibaba, a separate Gabon-flagged commercial oil tanker came under drone attack in southern Red Sea. It had 25 Indian crew members.

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Defence Minister Singh was in Mumbai for commissioning of INS Imphal, a Project 15B stealth-guided missile destroyer. The minister hailed the warship as an example of 'atmanirbharta' (self-sufficiency).

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Indian Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar has said that the navy has deployed four destroyers to counter piracy and deter attacks on merchant ships.

The Admiral said that P-8I aircrafts, Dorniers, Sea Guardians, helicopters in addition to Indian Coast Guard ships were deployed after the drone attack.

(With inputs from agencies)

India vowed on Tuesday (Dec 26) to find out who was behind the drone attack on merchant navy ships of its coast even if it makes it search "depths of seas". Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the government has taken the drone attack very seriously.

India vowed on Tuesday (Dec 26) to find out who was behind the drone attack on merchant navy ships of its coast even if it makes it search "depths of seas". Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the government has taken the drone attack very seriously. He was speaking in Mumbai during the commission ceremony of an Indian Navy warship. “The Indian government has taken the drone attack on MV Chem Pluto and attack on MV Saibaba in the Red Sea seriously. We will find those who executed the recent attacks on merchant navy ships even from the depths of the seas and take strict action against them,” Singh said. Watch | US alleges Iran behind attack drone attack on MV Chem Pluto in Arabian Sea × The defence minister said that India had stepped up patrolling of the seas following the attack. The Indian Navy is a regional power in the Indian Ocean region and has been involved in various operations providing security to trade convoys passing through the waterways in this part of the world. "India plays the role of a net security provider in the entire Indian Ocean region. We will ensure that maritime trade in this region rises from the sea to the heights of the sky," Rajnath Singh said at the commissioning ceremony of another guided missile destroyer ship in Mumbai. Big Breaking: India's Defence minister Rajnath Singh @DefenceMinIndia @rajnathsingh reacts to MV Chem Pluto attack. Says, "Whosoever masterminded the attack, we will find them from the bottom of the sea". pic.twitter.com/jjwKPxYURa — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) December 26, 2023 × The attack On Saturday, cargo ship MV Chem Pluto was struck by a drone when it was about 217 nautical miles from the Indian port of Porbandar. The ship has 21 Indian crew members on board. Following the attack, the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Gurad have deployed number of assets to help the ship as well as to strengthen security of Indian waters. MV Saibaba, a separate Gabon-flagged commercial oil tanker came under drone attack in southern Red Sea. It had 25 Indian crew members. Also Read | MV Chem Pluto: Indian Navy deploys three warships in Arabian Sea to counter attacks, launches probe Defence Minister Singh was in Mumbai for commissioning of INS Imphal, a Project 15B stealth-guided missile destroyer. The minister hailed the warship as an example of 'atmanirbharta' (self-sufficiency). Also Read | Indian diplomacy in 2023: G20 impact, Africa's ascent and being first responder Indian Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar has said that the navy has deployed four destroyers to counter piracy and deter attacks on merchant ships. The Admiral said that P-8I aircrafts, Dorniers, Sea Guardians, helicopters in addition to Indian Coast Guard ships were deployed after the drone attack. (With inputs from agencies)

India vows to find out culprit behind drone attack on merchant ships off its coast, take strict action

It is over 650 days since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine and this is Ukraine's second wartime winter. A bitter and bloody war in Ukraine has devastated the country. For Russia, it has triggered an economic insecurity in the nation with an avalanche of sanctions from the West.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin departed from Riyadh earlier in the day his visit has sparked considerable interest in speculative questions about Russia's relationship with West Asia.

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Russia says its troops were advancing in every section of the Ukrainian front, despite observers seeing little movement. The front lines have barely shifted in 2023 but fighting has remained intense. The latest major flashpoint is the nearly encircled industrial town of Avdiivka, where Ukraine said it was fending off assaults. To know more watch this interview with Joachim Bitterlich, former German Ambassador to NATO.

Russia-Ukraine war | Moscow: Attacking Ukraine from all sides

Russia says its troops were advancing in every section of the Ukrainian front, despite observers seeing little movement. The front lines have barely shifted in 2023 but fighting has remained intense. The latest major flashpoint is the nearly encircled industrial town of Avdiivka, where Ukraine said it was fending off assaults.

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Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky says reminding the world that the Russian aggression in Ukraine is far from over since February of 2022. Ukraine has been putting up a tough stand against Russian forces launching a counter-offensive in Spring this year.

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At least five people including an 11-year-old girl have been injured after Russia fired more than 70 drones at Kyiv. As per Ukrainian authorities this was the largest drone strike suffered by the capital. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has called the attack an act of 'willful Terror'.

Russian-Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by the 'largest' Russian drone attack

Local Ukrainian officials have alleged that Russia on Saturday (Nov 25) launched its largest drone attack against the capital of Kyiv since the war started last year in February. Media reports claimed that at least five people were injured.&nbsp;

Ukraine's Air Force in a Telegram post noted that "a total of nearly 75 Shahed drones were launched from two directions – Primorsko-Akhtarsk and the Kursk region, Russia. The primary target was the city of Kyiv". The official said that there was a "record number" of drones.

The air force also stated that the air defences intercepted 71 of the Iranian-made drones across six regions of Ukraine, including Kyiv.&nbsp;

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The Air Force said: "Anti-aircraft missile troops, tactical aviation, mobile fire groups, and electronic warfare units were involved in repelling the air attack." As per the Air Force, a Kh-59 guided missile was also destroyed in the Dnipropetrovsk region.

Ukraine also said that dozens of residential buildings and over 100 facilities were without power in Kyiv. Ukraine's energy ministry said in a statement that the "large-scale drone attack" cut off power to an overhead line.&nbsp;

"As a result, 77 residential buildings and 120 facilities in the central part of the city lost power," he said, further adding that work was underway to restore service.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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<h2>'Crimes of genocide'&nbsp;</h2>

The attack came on the day Ukraine marks Holodomor, the 1930s starvation of millions in Ukraine under Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. "More than 70 Shaheds on the night of the Holodomor Remembrance Day... The Russian leadership is proud of the fact that it can kill," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky posted on social media.

Zelensky further said that it was "impossible" to forgive the "crimes of genocide" during a famine that took place under the rule of Stalin.&nbsp;

"It is impossible to forget, understand and especially forgive the horrific crimes of genocide that the Ukrainian people experienced in the 20th century," Zelensky said as he marked another annual Remembrance Day of the starvation, amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos

Local Ukrainian officials have alleged that Russia on Saturday (Nov 25) launched its largest drone attack against the capital of Kyiv since the war started last year in February.

Local Ukrainian officials have alleged that Russia on Saturday (Nov 25) launched its largest drone attack against the capital of Kyiv since the war started last year in February. Media reports claimed that at least five people were injured. Ukraine's Air Force in a Telegram post noted that "a total of nearly 75 Shahed drones were launched from two directions – Primorsko-Akhtarsk and the Kursk region, Russia. The primary target was the city of Kyiv". The official said that there was a "record number" of drones. The air force also stated that the air defences intercepted 71 of the Iranian-made drones across six regions of Ukraine, including Kyiv. Also read: Moscow discussed Russia-Crimea tunnel project with Chinese construction companies The Air Force said: "Anti-aircraft missile troops, tactical aviation, mobile fire groups, and electronic warfare units were involved in repelling the air attack." As per the Air Force, a Kh-59 guided missile was also destroyed in the Dnipropetrovsk region. Ukraine also said that dozens of residential buildings and over 100 facilities were without power in Kyiv. Ukraine's energy ministry said in a statement that the "large-scale drone attack" cut off power to an overhead line. "As a result, 77 residential buildings and 120 facilities in the central part of the city lost power," he said, further adding that work was underway to restore service. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. Russia launched around 70 "Shahed" drones at Ukraine precisely on the eve of the Holodomor genocide commemoration day. Russia’s leadership appears to be proud of its ability to kill people. Our warriors shot down the majority of the drones, but not all of them. We keep working… — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) November 25, 2023 × Also read: Exclusive: Seychelles Foreign Minister Radegonde says India has championed Global South causes 'Crimes of genocide' The attack came on the day Ukraine marks Holodomor, the 1930s starvation of millions in Ukraine under Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. "More than 70 Shaheds on the night of the Holodomor Remembrance Day... The Russian leadership is proud of the fact that it can kill," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky posted on social media. Zelensky further said that it was "impossible" to forgive the "crimes of genocide" during a famine that took place under the rule of Stalin. "It is impossible to forget, understand and especially forgive the horrific crimes of genocide that the Ukrainian people experienced in the 20th century," Zelensky said as he marked another annual Remembrance Day of the starvation, amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos

Ukraine claims Russia launched 'record number' of drones against Kyiv since war started

Ukraine continues to hold its ground against the year-long Russian invasion but funding continues to be a concern for Kyiv. Russia claims it repelled Ukrainian attacks in multiple directions in the past week Russia inflicted 31 group strikes with precision weapons and drones on the Ukrainian military infrastructure.

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Russia said on Friday (Nov 24) that it had destroyed 16 Ukrainian drones in the south of the country and over the annexed Crimean peninsula. This development came amid both sides claiming to have repelled each other's attacks in multiple directions.&nbsp;

Russia and Ukraine's latest updates released on Thursday said that they have hit the other side's personnel and equipment in the past 24 hours.&nbsp;

Russia's defence ministry said that on Thursday night, "an attempt by the Kyiv regime to carry out a terrorist attack using aerial drones against sites on the territory of the Russian Federation was thwarted".&nbsp;

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"Air defence systems destroyed 16 drones, including 13 over the Crimean peninsula and three over the territory of the Volgograd region," the ministry added.&nbsp;

Ukraine said that it has been pressing a counteroffensive launched in June, and claimed that it has ramped up drone and missile attacks on Russian military installations in and around the peninsula.&nbsp;

Crimea, which was annexed by Russia in 2014, has in particular been targeted by strikes as it serves as the rear base for the Black Sea Fleet and a key supply route for Russian forces in southern and eastern Ukraine.&nbsp;

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<h2>Russia attacking Avdiivka 'from all directions'&nbsp;</h2>

A third wave of Russian forces is attacking the eastern Ukrainian town of Avdiivka and systematically shelling the centre of the industrial hub.&nbsp;

The Ukrainian head there said on Friday that the town near the Russian-held regional stronghold of Donetsk has faced a fierce onslaught for more than a month.&nbsp;

Vitaly Barabash, the head of the town, said: "The third wave (of assaults) began. They are attacking from all directions, from the flanks of the south and north, as they did before. They are attacking the industrial zone."&nbsp;

Avdiivka has been at the forefront of the conflict since 2014, and is part of the Donetsk region, which the Kremlin claims to have seized together with three other territories.

"They are attacking from all sides, using a lot of infantry. Machinery went to the industrial zone, because the asphalt surface allows them to do so," Barabash told state media.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

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Russia said on Friday (Nov 24) that it had destroyed 16 Ukrainian drones in the south of the country and over the annexed Crimean peninsula. This development came amid both sides claiming to have repelled each other's attacks in multiple directions.

Russia said on Friday (Nov 24) that it had destroyed 16 Ukrainian drones in the south of the country and over the annexed Crimean peninsula. This development came amid both sides claiming to have repelled each other's attacks in multiple directions. Russia and Ukraine's latest updates released on Thursday said that they have hit the other side's personnel and equipment in the past 24 hours. Russia's defence ministry said that on Thursday night, "an attempt by the Kyiv regime to carry out a terrorist attack using aerial drones against sites on the territory of the Russian Federation was thwarted". Also read: Norwegian deputy foreign minister applauds India's leadership role in green economic transition "Air defence systems destroyed 16 drones, including 13 over the Crimean peninsula and three over the territory of the Volgograd region," the ministry added. Ukraine said that it has been pressing a counteroffensive launched in June, and claimed that it has ramped up drone and missile attacks on Russian military installations in and around the peninsula. Crimea, which was annexed by Russia in 2014, has in particular been targeted by strikes as it serves as the rear base for the Black Sea Fleet and a key supply route for Russian forces in southern and eastern Ukraine. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Four-day truce takes effect, some hostages to be released as part of deal Russia attacking Avdiivka 'from all directions' A third wave of Russian forces is attacking the eastern Ukrainian town of Avdiivka and systematically shelling the centre of the industrial hub. The Ukrainian head there said on Friday that the town near the Russian-held regional stronghold of Donetsk has faced a fierce onslaught for more than a month. Vitaly Barabash, the head of the town, said: "The third wave (of assaults) began. They are attacking from all directions, from the flanks of the south and north, as they did before. They are attacking the industrial zone." Avdiivka has been at the forefront of the conflict since 2014, and is part of the Donetsk region, which the Kremlin claims to have seized together with three other territories. "They are attacking from all sides, using a lot of infantry. Machinery went to the industrial zone, because the asphalt surface allows them to do so," Barabash told state media. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos

Russia claims to have downed 16 Ukrainian drones in south and Crimea

The Russia-Ukraine war is seeing slower days as the war in Gaza overshadows it the aid to Ukraine's Army has declined drastically as its allies including America left it in the hanging to focus on its new face of War which is Gaza. Hundreds of Ukrainians took to the streets of Kyiv to ask for more support and more money for the Army.

Russia-Ukraine war | Kyiv Protesters: Want our govt to spend more money on army

Currently, the Russia-Ukraine war has been going on for over 630 days since the war began in Eastern Europe. The fighting has been concentrated around the Dnipro River. Here's what has been happening on the battlefield.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine claims to secure bridges in Kherson

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian rejected allegations that Iran was behind a drone attack in the Red Sea targeting a US&nbsp;missile destroyer, as reported by CBS in an exclusive report.&nbsp;

The Pentagon said&nbsp;that the drone, originating from Yemen, was shot down by the USS Thomas Hudner as it approached the ship.

Amir-Abdollahian expressed a desire to prevent the crisis from escalating but blamed US&nbsp;support for Israel for intensifying the Israel-Hamas conflict.

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<h2>Yemen's independent actions and Houthi threats</h2>

Amir-Abdollahian stressed Yemen's autonomy, stating that it makes independent decisions.

The incident follows Houthi militants in Yemen, backed by Iran, vowing to target ships in the Red Sea. While not attributing the drone launch, the Pentagon highlighted the Houthi threat.

As a supporter of Hamas, Iran is accused by the US&nbsp;of complicity in the October 7 attacks on Israel.

Amir-Abdollahian defended Hamas' actions as a response to 75 years of Israeli occupation. He asserted that Hamas, in exercising its right to self-defence, aimed to avoid civilian casualties, expressing opposition to harming women and children.

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Amir-Abdollahian addressed US&nbsp;strikes on Iran-linked weapons storage in Syria, saying&nbsp;that militant groups in Iraq and Syria act independently. The US&nbsp;retaliated for attacks on its forces in Iraq and Syria.

While both the US&nbsp;and Iran express a desire to prevent the Israel-Hamas conflict from spreading, their perspectives and goals significantly differ. The lack of agreement underscores the complexity of regional dynamics and geopolitical tensions between the two nations.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian rejected allegations that Iran was behind a drone attack in the Red Sea targeting a US missile destroyer, as reported by CBS in an exclusive report.

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian rejected allegations that Iran was behind a drone attack in the Red Sea targeting a US missile destroyer, as reported by CBS in an exclusive report. The Pentagon said that the drone, originating from Yemen, was shot down by the USS Thomas Hudner as it approached the ship. Amir-Abdollahian expressed a desire to prevent the crisis from escalating but blamed US support for Israel for intensifying the Israel-Hamas conflict. Also read | Iran has uranium stockpile 22 times of limit set in 2015 deal: Report Yemen's independent actions and Houthi threats Amir-Abdollahian stressed Yemen's autonomy, stating that it makes independent decisions. The incident follows Houthi militants in Yemen, backed by Iran, vowing to target ships in the Red Sea. While not attributing the drone launch, the Pentagon highlighted the Houthi threat. As a supporter of Hamas, Iran is accused by the US of complicity in the October 7 attacks on Israel. Amir-Abdollahian defended Hamas' actions as a response to 75 years of Israeli occupation. He asserted that Hamas, in exercising its right to self-defence, aimed to avoid civilian casualties, expressing opposition to harming women and children. Also watch | Xi, Biden highlight ties' importance amid global challenges Amir-Abdollahian addressed US strikes on Iran-linked weapons storage in Syria, saying that militant groups in Iraq and Syria act independently. The US retaliated for attacks on its forces in Iraq and Syria. While both the US and Iran express a desire to prevent the Israel-Hamas conflict from spreading, their perspectives and goals significantly differ. The lack of agreement underscores the complexity of regional dynamics and geopolitical tensions between the two nations. (With inputs from agencies)

Iranian foreign minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian denies Iran's involvement in Red Sea drone attack

Russia has launched a new offensive in Ukraine and is pounding the town of Avdiivka in the eastern Ukrainian region of Donetsk. The town has become one of the most intense hotspots in the war after Bakhmut's fall in May this year. The Ukrainian military says it has circled the town with over 40,000 troops.

Gravitas | Russia turns Avdiivka into another Bakhmut | 40,000 troops encircle Ukrainian town

Updates from the Russia-Ukraine war, missile targeting Kyiv has ended nearly two months of relative calm in the Ukrainian Capital. While the frontline regions fended off waves of drone attacks overnight. The Ukrainian Air Force said it destroyed a missile approaching Kyiv.

Russia-Ukraine war | Ukraine: Drowned 19 out of 31 drone attacks in the past two days

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